THANK YOU EVERYONE WHO HAS ENTERED SO FAR! I REALLY APPRECIATE THESE HIGHLY INTELLECTUAL AND POETIC ENTRIES.
IF I HAVE SAID THAT YOUR POEM IS GREAT BUT DOES NOT APPLY IN THE SENSE THAT IT DIDN'T CHEER ME UP, JUST KNOW THAT YOUR POEM IS STILL AWESOME, BUT I AM LOOKING FOR SOMETHING SPECIFIC.
ONCE AGAIN THANK YOU.
TROPHIES WILL BE AWARDED WITHIN THE WEEK.
I'm caught up in the trivial and immature things in life and am feeling rather stupid. I need some intellectual food for thought - that could possibly cheer me up. Looking for some wise words, not psychotherapy.
Rules:
Remember the subject is to try and cheer me up, not make me more depressed. Please keep this in mind on a superficial level.
You probably won't know what will make me happy or sad, but don't include stuff about suicide unless you are convinced it will, in some abstract way, cheer me up.
If the font is too hard for me to read, than I won't read it. I will comment on everyone's poems except those I cannot read, so you will know by the end of this contest if you need to change the font for viewers like myself.
**Just a note: Not into most love poetry, but if you think your's is the exception, by all means, please enter this contest. Also, I am not a huge fan of Christian/religious poetry - but will not judge this contest based on religious outlook. If someone enters a Christian poem that has meaning I can relate to and is on topic to the idea of this contest, you might be considered for a trophy. Chances are, however, you won't be. Please keep these points in mind when entering poetry.
Just have to say thank you for all of those who have entered the contest so far! I'm feeling happier. =D
IF I HAVE SAID THAT YOUR POEM IS GREAT BUT DOES NOT APPLY IN THE SENSE THAT IT DIDN'T CHEER ME UP, JUST KNOW THAT YOUR POEM IS STILL AWESOME, BUT I AM LOOKING FOR SOMETHING SPECIFIC.
ONCE AGAIN THANK YOU.
TROPHIES WILL BE AWARDED WITHIN THE WEEK.
I'm caught up in the trivial and immature things in life and am feeling rather stupid. I need some intellectual food for thought - that could possibly cheer me up. Looking for some wise words, not psychotherapy.
Rules:
Remember the subject is to try and cheer me up, not make me more depressed. Please keep this in mind on a superficial level.
You probably won't know what will make me happy or sad, but don't include stuff about suicide unless you are convinced it will, in some abstract way, cheer me up.
If the font is too hard for me to read, than I won't read it. I will comment on everyone's poems except those I cannot read, so you will know by the end of this contest if you need to change the font for viewers like myself.
**Just a note: Not into most love poetry, but if you think your's is the exception, by all means, please enter this contest. Also, I am not a huge fan of Christian/religious poetry - but will not judge this contest based on religious outlook. If someone enters a Christian poem that has meaning I can relate to and is on topic to the idea of this contest, you might be considered for a trophy. Chances are, however, you won't be. Please keep these points in mind when entering poetry.
Just have to say thank you for all of those who have entered the contest so far! I'm feeling happier. =D
Closed for judging
- Closed for judging on November 7
- Rewards: Gold: 400, Silver: 5, Bronze: 1
Entries [90]
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My still life family, stoically represents
the thousand mile stare of solus within,• Not viewed by judge. Prewrite -
The summer afternoon,
lazing on the deserted beach,• Not viewed by judge. Prewrite -
Another Christmas Poemby Spike McCloud 114 lines, 3 comments, on May 9 7:38 AM. In Christmas Spirit• Not viewed by judge. Prewrite
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Why don't you take a walk with me
Through the forest amongst the tall trees.• Not viewed by judge. Prewrite -
Why don’t you take a walk with me,
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With open arms
You reach out to us• Not viewed by judge. Prewrite -
Walking up a hill,
To the very top,• Not viewed by judge. Prewrite -
Thundering through the whispering woods
A vivacious gallop over uneven grounds.by codsta 28 lines, 5 comments, on Oct 18 1:09 PM• Not viewed by judge. Prewrite -
Ease off the pedal
Turn the corner• Not viewed by judge. Prewrite -
Sadness is the enemy
Wit is the remedy• Not viewed by judge. Prewrite -
The sun fingers its way
through parting clouds.• Not viewed by judge. Prewrite -
A Friend Sicks Closer Than a Brother (Biblical)• Not viewed by judge. Prewrite
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And oh to those stars the shine above
For happy hearts below• Not viewed by judge. Prewrite -
Aqua eyes turn candy corn orange
my voice is now the shaking windby Blue-Rose Beauty 13 lines, 14 comments, on Oct 15 10:30 PM• Not viewed by judge. Prewrite -
Whispers in the hallway surround us
These stories we know nothing aboutby cheeku 15 lines, 4 comments, on Feb 10 8:20 PM• Not viewed by judge. Prewrite -
Something sent laughter to my cheeks
I look at my reflection and seek• Not viewed by judge. Prewrite -
Been told by all the doctors
My dream was gone for good• Not viewed by judge. Prewrite -
This life is full of poor excuses
People living with regret• Not viewed by judge. Prewrite -
by masterblaster 15 lines, 9 comments, on Aug 1 2:26 AM• Commented on by judge. Prewrite
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Tree tops sway in a breeze
Varying green hues against the blueby Rick Weston 31 lines, 6 comments, on Jul 14 8:27 PM• Commented on by judge. Prewrite -
(Was also writen for play) dont let this stop you from reading it• Commented on by judge. Prewrite
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(Poem was writen for play) dont let this stop you from reading it• Commented on by judge. Prewrite
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Men of science; Don’t refute the thoughts, of the, as yet unfamed,
then many of your discoveries were inadvertently obtained.by judmc 19 lines, 6 comments, on Apr 26 7:09 AM• Commented on by judge. Prewrite -
You want to feel better?
A little better, a lot better, better then...who, better then what?by billpoet 34 lines, 68 comments, on Nov 21 8:37 AM 2007• Viewed by judge. Prewrite -
Thinking on
Past events, rising dawnby DefinitiveFreak 9 lines, 31 comments, on Feb 28 7:12 PM 2005. In Personal• Commented on by judge. Prewrite -
If the pieces fall where they may,
Why is the sun still in the day?by WordsAndWits 17 lines, 8 comments, on Oct 24 8:53 AM. In Life• Commented on by judge. -
When everything's against you
When times are getting rough• Commented on by judge. Prewrite -
Winter my old friend, I wonder if my insights could perceive
beyond apparent possibilities, what would I see?by Michael P 117 lines, 30 comments, on Dec 31 11:55 PM 2007• Commented on by judge. Prewrite -
If no one will listen
I'll make myself heard• Commented on by judge. Prewrite -
She's been pushed in the mud
Been "in love" then hurt• Viewed by judge. Prewrite -
Beware, escape the constant dangers of acceptance and of settlement / let no walls restrain you on the endless path you walk / The hall isby billpoet 21 lines, 196 comments, on Jul 27 9:02 AM 2007. In Thoughts, Lost in thought, Philosophy• Commented on by judge. Prewrite
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She Wears Green Jeans....by Green Stars...
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'A mind is limited'
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An idealistic word with a simple foundation,
Humanity lives not in alienation,• Commented on by judge. Prewrite -
My black cat-
She wasn't fat;by silver-girl 18 lines, 3 comments, on Apr 17 8:34 AM. In Humor, My own style, Contest, Lyrics, Happiness• Commented on by judge. Prewrite -
Transition from dark night to soul healed whole
transforms each ugly duckling into swan,
enlightenment encouraging clear goal.• Viewed by judge. Prewrite -
Herman the sanke
ate my broither Jakeby paigealoha 42 lines, 1 comment, on Oct 25 1:42 AM• Commented on by judge. -
guided by the gentle toes
she lends herself a prayerby Oleander 26 lines, 4 comments, on Sep 4 11:37 PM• Commented on by judge. Prewrite -
Beyond this road There's nothing thereby Disguising Mask 19 lines, 3 comments, on Jan 16 1:10 PM 2008• Not viewed by judge. Prewrite
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I can see happiness.by Tinselpool 17 lines, 2 comments, on Oct 9 2:56 PM. In Joy, Happiness, Love, Life, Hope, Thoughts, Friendship, Contest• Not viewed by judge. Prewrite
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Many people remember fears by numbers and words.• Commented on by judge. Prewrite
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by billpoet 22 lines, 26 comments, on Jun 18 10:21 AM• Commented on by judge. Prewrite
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Moving carefully over skin,
Trouble seeing, parallel lines,• Commented on by judge. Prewrite -
How do I explain myself?
Complicated, maybe deep,by The Dark Writer 29 lines, 5 comments, on Oct 18 12:22 PM• Commented on by judge. Prewrite -
Lines on a page: a freak swirl of ink hitting the mind of a reader.
A calligraphy of dreams put into writing.
by Oh.My.Juliet 21 lines, 48 comments, on Jan 17 11:02 AM. In Hope, My own style, Romance, Self, Family, Freewrite, Personal., My life, Friendship• Commented on by judge. Prewrite -
I watch with hope, compassion melt,• Commented on by judge. Prewrite
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Oh we done got ourselves a chance
at figuring out the universe,• Commented on by judge. -
We human all the time boast of ourselves.
Like that any creature which has life can do so.by Freelance writer 27 lines, 3 comments, on Sep 23 4:37 AM• Not viewed by judge. Prewrite -
As I lay down in a bed of Maple leaves I look up,
I see the stars glimmer and shine as the streak across the moon lit sky.• Not viewed by judge. Prewrite -
Deep in the forest where you cannot go,
Where the bluebells bloom and a river flows,• Not viewed by judge. Prewrite -
Don't get lost into nowhere, for your dreams go to haunt...• Commented on by judge. Prewrite
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You sit up the front there
because you know your in chargeby poeticpresumption 8 lines, 1 comment, on Jul 11 5:42 PM. In humour• Not viewed by judge. Prewrite -
Summer’s rain –
Soft whispers gently• Not viewed by judge. Prewrite -
It is here that in the air the wind speaks gentle whispers in my ear.
Nothing is quite what it seems to the normal eye, and I am not normal.• Not viewed by judge. Prewrite -
You are my dear sweet.
The pleasent light within my dreams.by Poison Blood 23 lines, 3 comments, on May 3 6:17 PM. In Love• Not viewed by judge. Prewrite
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It always costs money to show partiality toward friends, I'm thinking that's the reason for instant anonymous entry for non paying members' contests...though it isn't fair at all, and beside the point. Judging should always be impartial, and is a matter of conscience for the judge without exception.
I'm not sure why the point cost has been raised, it's not like you can use them to buy gasoline. I suppose it's one way to encourage dialogue on the site...that would make sense, as opposed to making cents.
Everybody hates inflation except the ones who profit from it's existence, otherwise the word wouldn't exist.
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I concur.
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It is not exactly difficult to see the names in a contest, even if it is "anonymous" it relies on the judge not looking. Actually marking it non-anonymous has always been reserved to paying members in the time I've been here, but it never bothered me even when I wasa free member.
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Then again, the last contest I made was 5 years ago, but I see what you mean - the names of the poets are not hidden, but it is up to me to be a fair judge.
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Oh wait, the names are hidden. lol
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